Senior Accounting Manager at KPFF Consulting Engineers

KPFF Consulting Engineers is seeking a Senior Accounting Manager to join our General & Administrative (G&A) Accounting team in our Downtown Seattle office. This newly created role adds technical depth strengthens leadership capacity and supports the firms long-term financial success.Youll play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial information while partnering on monthly close financial analysis and audits. Beyond core accounting work youll lead and contribute to special projects that improve efficiency refine processes and strengthen the accounting team.This is an opportunity for an experienced accounting professional who thrives on both technical excellence and strategic collaboration. Youll partner closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to deliver insights improve financial operations and help guide the continued growth of KPFFs accounting function.What Youll DoYoull operate as a trusted partner and senior technical resource within the G&A Accounting team supporting core accounting functions while helping to shape systems and processes that strengthen KPFFs financial foundation.Collaborate on complex accounting operations including month-end and year-end close ensuring accuracy timeliness and consistency across all entities.Partner closely with leadership to analyze financial data interpret results and provide insights that inform strategic decisions.Oversee and review journal entries reconciliations and general ledger accuracy ensuring adherence to GAAP and internal policies.Drive financial reporting excellence by analyzing income statements balance sheets and other key reports to identify trends anomalies and opportunities for improvement.Lead and support the preparation of management reports budgets and forecasts bringing forward recommendations to improve clarity and efficiency.Ensure tax compliance by overseeing the reconciliation and timely submission of state and local business taxes and by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of regulatory requirements.Collaborate with external consultants and internal partners to prepare documentation address findings and strengthen internal controls.Champion continuous improvement by partnering with others to refine workflows improve systems and enhance data accuracy and reliability.Provide mentorship and technical guidance to team members and peers promoting a culture of accuracy accountability and professional growth.Qualifications : Who You AreYoure an experienced solutions-oriented accounting professional whos as comfortable in the details as you are seeing the big picture. You can think strategically communicate clearly and collaborate across functions and levels of the organization.You bring:15 years of progressive accounting experience including technical GAAP knowledge and multi-entity or multi-state experience.A Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related field (CPA or advanced certification preferred).Deep understanding of state income tax B&O use tax and property tax compliance.Strong analytical and systems skills (advanced Excel proficiency; ERP experience required BST or equivalent preferred).A history of building strong relationships across teams and influencing outcomes through collaboration and trust.Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a decentralized fast-paced environment.Excellent judgment communication and follow-through.AEC industry experience is helpful but not required.Physical Demands and Work Environment:Duties are typically performed in a normal office environment while sitting at a desk or computer tableAbility to actively engage with a computer for several hours per day and communicate over the telephone or virtual meeting platforms.May occasionally need to lift items up to 15 lbs.This is an in-office role based in downtown Seattle with flexible hours between 7:00 am and 5:00 pm.Additional Information : Why Youll Love Working HereKPFF is a people-first engineer-led firm built on trust autonomy and shared accountability. The G&A Accounting team plays a central role in ensuring the financial strength and long-term success of the this position youll:Have the freedom to take ownership of your work while contributing to large-scale strategic initiatives.Collaborate with talented thoughtful colleagues who care deeply about quality and integrity.Be part of a firm that values growth learning and mentorship at every level.Benefits and CompensationWe believe that supporting our people goes beyond the work itself. Thats why we offer a flexible comprehensive benefits package designed to help you thrive both personally and professionally.Benefits include:401(k) retirement savings plan with employer contributionMedical insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceHealth Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributionHealthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)Life insuranceKPFF Paid Family LeaveShort-term and Long-term disability insurancePaid Holidays (including two Floating Holidays)Paid Time Off (vacation sick jury duty)Subsidized ORCA bus/rail passCompensation & RecognitionWe provide a competitive base salary that reflects your skills and experience. For candidates with at least 15 years of relevant experience the typical range is $120000 - $135000. In addition we reward both individual and team achievements with performance-based bonuses at the Reporting Center level.Work Authorization: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or transfer. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer-sponsored visa support now or in the future.#LI-AK1KPFF Consulting Engineers participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.KPFF Consulting Engineers is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race color creed ethnicity national origin religion marital status sex/gender (including sexual orientation or gender identity) pregnancy veteran status citizenship status physical or mental disability or any other protected basis.Remote Work : NoEmployment Type : Full-time Key Skills Internal Audit,Supervising,Data Entry,Compliance,Customer Service,Accounting & Finance,General Ledger Accounting,IFRS,External Audit,Microsoft Excel,ERP,Payroll,Financial statement,ACCA,CPA Experience: years Vacancy: 1